Planning appeal decision
293-295 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8NX
Planning appeal 3328335 at 293-295 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8NX (Sheffield City Council) was dismissed on 27 February 2024 by Inspector Major R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed variation of the condition on the living conditions of nearby residents, with particular reference to noise and disturbance.
use of retail unit (Use Class A1) and residential flat (Use Class C3) as a drinking establishment with small food offering (Use Class A4), including internal refurbishment without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 23/01337/CHU, dated 13 June 2023
- Authority
- Sheffield City Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- leisure-sport · Change of use
- Inspector
- Major R
- Postcode
- S11 8NX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed variation of the condition on the living conditions of nearby residents, with particular reference to noise and disturbance
What decided it
The proposal would result in significant harm to the living conditions of nearby residents due to additional noise and disturbance in the early hours of the morning from patrons arriving and leaving the premises, which would outweigh any economic benefits.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- GE24S10
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 135
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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